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- Where Are The H1N1 Vaccination Clinics In El Paso County?
Concerns over when the first H1N1 clinic in El Paso County urged 11 News to get some answers.
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- Local Workforce Center Swamped With Those Looking For Jobs
The Pikes Peak Workforce Center is working with more and more people needing its services.
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- Colorado Springs Youth Symphony Performs at Wasson H.S.
Sunday, a classic performance by the Colorado Springs Youth Symphony at Wasson High School showed once again why the group will be performing next March at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
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- An Artistic Halloween For Local Kids
Local kids got involved this Halloween with more than just candy. They took part in free classes put on by the Colorado Springs Conservatory.
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- KKTV Halloween Bash
The KKTV Studios turned into a scary place for tricks and treats!
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- Colorado State Patrol Warns Of Police Impersonators
Colorado State Patrol is looking for drivers who may have been stopped or contacted by police impersonators in El Paso County.
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- Donations For Soldiers Fighting The War
A local publication is joining forces with other community sponsors and the community to help bring supplies to troops overseas.
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- Student Letters Stir Debate
City leaders in Colorado Springs are facing chopping block decisions and listening to suggestions from the public. Some younger neighbors have been heard, but some aren't convinced they are speaking for themselves.
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- Fort Carson Troops Get A Huge Donation
$100,000 in electronics and other products are heading to troops overseas who survived an attack earlier this month, thanks to local and national volunteers and fundraising.
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- Heated Healthcare Debate In Colorado Springs
More than 600 people showed up at a town hall meeting to debate the future of healthcare in America
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- Derby Dames Raising Money For Local Charities
The popular sport of women's roller derby is gaining popularity with local charities, as well.
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- Retired Sergeant And Double Amputee Speaks About Triumph Through Adversity
Dana Bowman lost both of his legs in parachute accident 15 years ago. Now, he is speaking to Southern Colorado military and giving them a message of hope!
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- Grand Reopening For Monument's Coffee Cup Cafe
After three months of renovations, Monument's Coffee Cup Cafe is back up and running.
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- "A Day of Surgical Giving"
Several dozen uninsured or under-insured people were given free surgery Saturday. A huge volunteer medical staff is making life a lot easier for these patients.
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- KKTV's Kategory 11 Perfect Pasta
KKTV 11 News Anchor Shannon Brinias and Betty Sexton served up portions of KKTV's Kategory 11 Perfect Pasta to attendees at the Tessa fundraiser, "Pasta in the Park" on Saturday, August 15th.
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$article.summary - Make-A-Wish Comes True For Colorado Springs Girl
Abby is only 10 years old but she has a fighting spirit about her. She still has some hurdles ahead of her but her "wish" certainly brought a smile to her face for this day.
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- Getting Dirty For A Good Cause
On your mark, get set, get muddy!
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- 11 News Launches "Stuff The Bus" Back To School Drive
KKTV 11 News is excited to partner with my 99.9 and Wal-Mart for this year's back to school drive. Now more than ever, we hope the community can come together to help those in need.
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- Doctor Closes Shop: Some Patients Missing Medical Records
Hundreds in Colorado Springs are suddenly seeing a new doctor, and missing vital pieces of information. A one-time local doctor sealed his doors and sealed off direct access to his patients' medical histories.
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- Splash Pad Opens Just In Time For The 4th
Friday marked the grand opening for the 4,000 square-foot watery adventure.
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- Flying Horse to Open 4th of July Fireworks to Public
Classic Companies, located off of Highway 83 and Northgate Road, will open their fireworks display to the public this year on the 4th of July.
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- Free 4th of July Event
Fort Carson will open its gates to members of the Colorado Springs community for "Rocking in the Rockies," a free Independence Day celebration, to be held at Ironhorse Park, July 3 from 4-10 p.m. - New Marian House Complex Complete
Almost two years after breaking ground and one year after the grand opening of the Marian House Soup Kitchen construction on the New Marian House Complex is complete.
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- Broadmoor Tennis Rally for the Cure
On Friday evening, a group of tennis pros took to the court at the Broadmoor Resort for a good cause.
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- Free Cancer Screenings For Uninsured Women
Women’s Wellness Connection says they realized the need for such services when Colorado’s unemployment rate reached a 21-year high at 7.5 percent.
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- Walkers Lace Up for the March for Babies
Volunteer walkers are getting ready to lace up their sneakers to raise money for a good cause. The March of Dimes March for Babies is set for Saturday, April 25th in Colorado Springs.
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- Sculpture Commemorates Baby's Life 1 Year After Death
The sculpture commemorates the life of Sterling Davis, who was an infant when he passed away last year on April 21, 2008.
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- Name The New Baby At The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo announced Tuesday they are holding a voting contest to name the new baby Orangutan! Click Full Story for contest details!
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- Well-Known Fountain Needs $25K To Operate
The Continuum - Julie Penrose Fountain, in America the Beautiful Park will not operate this summer unless a minimum of $25,000 is raised by Memorial Day weekend 2009.
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- KKTV Wants To Help You Find A Job
11 News is On Your Side. We are teaming up with the Pikes Peak Workforce Center (PPWFC), and Mr. Biggs Entertainment Center to host a Career Fair in Colorado Springs.
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- Starlight Children's Foundation Casino Night
Starlight Children's Foundation invites you to a Casino Night featuring "celebrity dealers" consisting of on-air television and radio personalities from across Southern Colorado.
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- Old Colorado City Easter Egg Hunt Rescheduled
Old Colorado City's Easter egg hunt was scheduled for Saturday, April 4th, but now has been rescheduled for Saturday, April 11th.
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- Federal Grants Boost Peak Vista Services
Peak Vista Health Center in Colorado Springs now has millions in new funds to answer the needs of thousands who are struggling to pay for health care.
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- Disney Favorites Make Special Visit To Sick Kids
Mickey and Minnie spent their day reading to kiddos at Memorial. No matter how busy the superstar couple is, they always make time for their fans.
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- Leadership Pikes Peak Plans Gala Event
Leadership Pikes Peak plans a “Celebration of Community Leadership” on Saturday, March 28th at 5:30 in the evening. There will be an awards presentation, including awards for Community Inspiration Leadership, Modeling the Way Community Leadership, Emerging Leader Award and the Mary Lou Makepeace Community Trustee Award.
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- New FAC Exhibit: "The Discarded"
Contemporary artist Mikel Glass sits down with KKTV 11 NEWS to talk about his new exhibit, "The Discarded," now showing at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center.
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- Future of City Program For Disabled People in Jeopardy
For those of you who don't know, the City of Colorado Springs has a program called, the Therapeutic Recreation Program. It's for handicapped people. They have 8,000 members and a waiting list, but because of budget cuts, it may get the ax.
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- New Resources For Colorado Springs Parents
The Colorado Springs Police Department has created a new resource for local parents who may be looking for help.
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- NAACP Holding Centennial Freedom Fund Gala In The Springs
The Colorado Springs branch of the NAACP is holding its annual fundraiser, but this time they're also celebrating the national organization's 100th birthday.
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- Family's First Valentine's Together
A Colorado Springs family is about to celebrate a very special Valentine’s Day. It’s special because it’s the first they’ve ever spent together. They adopted a little girl from China. And the joy she has brought them is going to make this Valentine’s Day complete.
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- Garden of the Gods Celebrates 100 Years
Charles Elliott Perkin's wish was that the park should remain "forever free to all of the people of the world."
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- Local Organization Begins National 'Green' Initiative
The Green Education Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Colorado Springs that provides educational resources to teach kids across the country a 'green' way of life.
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- 8th Annual All City Boychoir Festival
After just a four-day rehearsal period kids from across the Pikes Peak Region perfomed for hundreds.
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- Strange Man Exposes Himself to Woman
She's terrified to leave her home, she's constantly looking over her shoulder and it's all thanks to a strange man who exposed himself to her early Sunday morning.
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- CSCS Sixth Graders Sing Blues About Colds & Flu
Mr. Holtrop's Sixth Grade Singers perform the popular, "Cold and Fugue Season." It was their favorite song from the Christmas Choral Celebration. It's a lighthearted look at the cold and flu season.
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- Assistance League Recognizes Outstanding Volunteer
They give their time, their effort, and so much more to ensure that all of us in the community receive the services we need. Thursday, one was recognized as outstanding in a field of fellow volunteers.
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- Girl Scout Cookies Now on Sale
It’s cookie time! Thin mints, Samoas and Peanut Butter Patties are now on sale as Girl Scouts across the state begin their annual cookie fundraiser. And some new cookies will debut this year as well.
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- Festival of Lights Parade
Hundreds gathered in downtown Colorado Springs for the 24th Annual Festival of Lights Parade on Saturday.
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- Local Dog in National Contest
A local dog is a finalist in a national canine contest... and you can help him win.
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